{"product_id":"echeveria-crimson","title":"Echeveria 'Crimson' | The Crimson Rosette","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌱 Morphology\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e   Hybrid Echeveria that combines the compact habit and \u003cstrong\u003epointed leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcheveria agavoides\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with the more delicate features of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcheveria whitei\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It forms a rosette of fleshy leaves arranged in a spiral, with pointed tips and a geometric silhouette. The coloration can combine green or glaucous green tones with \u003cstrong\u003ereddish and crimson pigmentation on the tips and margins, especially when it receives abundant light and experiences cool nights\u003c\/strong\u003e. The intensity of the color depends on the lighting, temperature, and growing conditions. To accurately describe the adult size and color pattern of this specific cultivar, it would be advisable to have data from the commercial clone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌍 Origin, genealogy, and family\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a horticultural hybrid whose genealogy is indicated as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcheveria agavoides\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e × \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcheveria whitei\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. An independent entry on the International Crassulaceae Network confirming the origin, breeder, or creation date of ‘Crimson’ could not be verified; therefore, the cross is recorded as the genealogy provided for this plant, without attributing undocumented authorship. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcheveria agavoides\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is native to Mexico and is characterized by its green leaves with reddish tips; \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcheveria whitei\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is another Mexican species with a compact rosette and narrow leaves. The combination of both provides ornamental interest through its shape and the possible pigmentation of the foliage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFamily:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Crassulaceae. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubfamily:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sempervivoideae. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTribe:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sedeae. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubtribe:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sedinae. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenus:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcheveria\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e❄️ Temperature — USDA 9b\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is recommended to keep it at moderate temperatures and protect it from frost, especially when the substrate is moist. It can tolerate brief and mild drops in temperature if it is acclimated and kept dry, but it should not be exposed to prolonged frost. During winter, a bright, well-ventilated, and protected location helps preserve the roots and leaves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e☀️ Lighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt needs a lot of light to maintain a compact rosette and promote the expression of reddish tones. Very bright exposure is recommended, with \u003cstrong\u003edirect sunlight introduced gradually to prevent burning\u003c\/strong\u003e. As a cultivation reference, a PAR DLI of 15–25 mol·m⁻²·day⁻¹ can promote compact growth and good coloration in acclimated specimens. In summer, in warm climates, it should be protected from the most intense midday sun.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💧 Growth cycle and watering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpportunistic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Growth is usually most active during spring and autumn, although it can continue at other times if conditions are favorable. It is recommended to water thoroughly and let the substrate dry before watering again. During cold periods or heatwaves, if the plant slows its growth, watering should be spaced out. Excess moisture and lack of ventilation increase the risk of root rot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌸 Flowering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLike other echeverias, it can produce arching flower stalks with bell-shaped flowers in pink, coral, or reddish tones with yellow hues inside. Without a verified floral description of ‘Crimson’, it is not possible to confirm the exact color, flowering season, or frequency with which this cultivar blooms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌿 Nutrition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring active growth, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesert CHOICE® Succulents\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is recommended, applied in moderation to the previously moistened substrate. Balanced nutrition promotes the development of firm leaves and a compact rosette. Excess nitrogen should be avoided, as it can produce soft tissues and impair the plant's shape. During periods of slowed growth, fertilization should be reduced or suspended.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGourmet black 9x9 cm pot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is an inimitable xerophyte cultivated in Madrid in a high-tech square pot with substrate activated with mycorrhizal fungi and biofungicides.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DesertSTORE.es","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55947495276879,"sku":null,"price":10.6,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0559\/9818\/5628\/files\/25FFB356-0F51-4FBF-B701-DBED2598D651.jpg?v=1793088939","url":"https:\/\/desertstore.es\/en\/products\/echeveria-crimson","provider":"DesertSTORE.es","version":"1.0","type":"link"}